Locum Child Protection Senior Practitioner

Leek, Staffordshire

Location
Leek, Staffordshire
Employment Type
Locum
Band
Qualified & Experienced
Work Pattern (FT/PT)
Full time
Required Certifications
SWE
Date posted
12 days ago
  • Act on behalf of Staffordshire County Council to lead on complex child protection, looked after children, and court cases, applying advanced knowledge of safeguarding legislation and evidence-based practice.

  • Provide practice leadership and mentoring to social workers and students, supporting professional development and modelling high-quality, child-focused interventions.

  • Undertake and quality-assure complex assessments and care plans, ensuring all statutory responsibilities are met and that the voice of the child is central to decision-making.

  • Contribute to service improvement and quality assurance, including case audits, reflective learning, and promoting best practice across the team.

  • Work collaboratively with multi-agency professionals, promoting effective partnership working to safeguard children and improve outcomes for families.

  • Support the team manager in service delivery, contributing to performance management, operational planning, and the development of a strong, resilient team culture.

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